Marcus Stoinis dropped from Australia’s T20 squad ahead of West Indies tour

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Veteran all-rounder Marcus Stoinis has been dropped from Australia’s T20 squad for the upcoming five-match series against the West Indies in July, as selectors opt for fresh faces in the lead-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Stoinis, 35, played 17 of Australia’s 21 T20Is last year and had a strong 2024 campaign, averaging 36.66 with the bat and taking 21 wickets at 17. Despite a decent IPL stint (160 runs at 26.66), he has not retained his place in the national squad.

His omission comes as Tasmania’s Mitch Owen earns his first international call-up following standout Big Bash form. Owen led the competition with 452 runs at an average of 45.2, including a rapid 108 off 42 in the final.

Stoinis’ international future remains uncertain. He will next appear in England’s Hundred competition.

Chair of selectors George Bailey said the squad is part of ongoing preparations for the T20 World Cup, adding that “players outside the squad can still force their way in” via performances in the Big Bash and upcoming series.

The T20 series begins on July 20 in Kingston, Jamaica.

Source: Sydney Morning Herald.

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